Gagehar - Jawali, Kangra
Gagehar is a village situated in the Jawali tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kothi Banda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagehar is 009127. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 176023 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Gagehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagehar
According to the 2011 Census, Gagehar village had a total population of 198 people, including 83 males and 115 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,386 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.56%, with male literacy at 97.26% and female literacy at 85.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 83 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 71 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gagehar
Gagehar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gagehar
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gagehar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gagehar
Where is Gagehar located?
Gagehar village is located in Jawali Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagehar is Kothi Banda.
What is the pincode of Gagehar?
The pincode of Gagehar is 176023.
What is the population of Gagehar?
Gagehar had a total population of 198, including 83 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Gagehar?
Gagehar had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagehar was 90.56%. Male literacy was 97.26% and female literacy was 85.98%.